Environmental Safety and Compliance Officer

Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/674/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=532383&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job no: 532383

Work type: Staff Full-Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Environmental/Occupational Safety

Department: 71010000 - EHS-ENVR / HLTH / SAFETY-ADMIN

Classification Title:

Environmental Health & Safety Cdr III

Job Description:

This job posting is intended to fill multiple positions across various colleges.

Assist the Associate Dean of Research and EH&S Associate Directors to develop and implement policies and procedures that align with EH&S and contribute to the safe operation of research within the college; establish the lab safety governance structure withing their respective units; communicate with faculty, staff and students related to the objective of improving laboratory and research safety; maintain and support the unit-level safety committee; and conduct safety training in conjunction with EH&S.

Annual safety survey monitoring and follow up. Follow on the closure of high-risk corrective actions and repeat findings to ensure issues are addressed promptly within their respective units. Escalate unresolved issues to the EH&S Main Office and the College leadership as needed. May conduct safety surveys to assist the EH&S Main Office as needed. Communicate consistently with all relevant stakeholders and provide metrics and reports that include measurements of indicators used to assess safety performance.

Track and assist in implementing procedures to accurately maintain the inventory of chemicals within their respective units. Assist in implementing a process for periodic follow-up of the status of completion of required training for all staff and PIs.

Monitors and tracks laboratory moves and closeouts within the unit. Conducts closeout safety surveys. Collect and input laboratory information (e.g. fume hood inventory, safety equipment, etc.) with existing on-campus space and asset management systems as well as populating new systems as needed.

Assists with research-related incident investigations.

Drives a state vehicle that requires a valid driver license.

A criminal background and post offer health assessment will be conducted.

Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Expected to respond to laboratory safety-related emergencies, including at times outside normal business hours.

Expected Salary:

Expected starting salary $75,000 - $80,000 yearly based on experience.

Minimum Requirements:

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and five years of appropriate experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education & Training: Advanced degree in STEM or appropriate experience and certification.

Experience: experience in laboratory safety, Biosafety, Industrial Hygiene, or management including design and implementation of safety programs.

Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of safety compliance, best practices, and applicable regulations.

Skills & Abilities

Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks.

Independently sets deadlines and meets goals.

Can identify program gaps, propose innovative solutions, and execute.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills, having the ability to interact with people from a wide range of scientific experience.

Encourages creative thinking.

Proficient in the use of a Windows-based computer and Office 365 suite with the ability to learn new software.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Multiple vacancies will be filled from this posting.

This position has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:Yes

Advertised: 30 Aug 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 20 Sep 2024 Eastern Daylight Time